Keeping the Cyclone Rolling: PPG Coatings Help Protect an Australian Icon
Some coating projects are about protecting a bridge.
Others protect a factory.
And then there are projects where the coating has to protect something that thousands of people associate with an iconic destination.
The Cyclone roller coaster at Luna Park Sydney is one of those projects.
The famous ride has been part of the Sydney skyline for generations, meaning its refurbishment required more than simply applying a fresh coat of paint.
The coating system needed to help protect the structure while maintaining the appearance that makes the ride instantly recognisable.
A Tough Environment
The Cyclone operates in a particularly challenging environment.
Luna Park sits directly beside Sydney Harbour, meaning the ride is exposed to coastal conditions, moisture, UV and weather throughout the year.
For exposed steel structures in a coastal environment, the coating system needs to provide protection while also maintaining its appearance.
The PPG Solution
PPG worked with Luna Park on the restoration of the Cyclone, using PSX ONE as part of the protective coating solution.
PSX ONE is a high-performance polysiloxane coating designed to provide durable protection alongside strong colour and gloss retention.
For an iconic structure like the Cyclone, that combination is particularly useful.
The coating isn't hidden away inside a plant.
It's part of the attraction itself.
Protection Meets Appearance
The project demonstrates why appearance and protection don't always need to be treated as separate requirements.
A coating system can help protect steel from the environment while also helping preserve the visual identity of an important structure.
PPG's solution was selected with durability, colour retention and maintenance considerations in mind.
That means the finished result isn't simply designed to look good when freshly painted.
It's designed to help the structure continue looking good for longer.
A Coating Fit for a Sydney Icon
The Cyclone has been part of Luna Park's identity for decades.
Protecting structures like this requires more than a decorative paint.
It requires a coating system selected around the environment, substrate and long-term requirements of the asset.
From amusement rides and architectural steelwork to industrial structures and infrastructure, modern protective coatings can combine durability with a high-quality finish.
Industrial Coatings Ltd supplies specialist PPG coating technologies for demanding applications.
Looking for a coating that can protect your steel and still deliver the finish you want? Get in touch.
